Cellphones - a new era
Posted by Matthew on Tuesday March 23, 2004 @06:54PM
from the march-of-progress,-april-of-discontent dept.
Mearzuh writes: Well, it’s official, folks: your cellphone is not there just for talking anymore. With the recent innovative (and annoyative) cellphone designs that include cameras, TV, and now even live radio, your cell is not what it used to be anymore. What is next?
A recent conference of the heads of the cellular industry has produced more “great” ideas that could appear on your cellphone in the near future. Here are some that we have gathered.
Philips has proposed adding Dolby Digital 6.1 surround sound system with portable speakers that are to be worn around your head. The system includes a 50 Watt subwoofer that would allow you and others to bounce to the tight beats you would have downloaded instead of using the usual boring rings.
Tired of the old and boring LCD display? The industry will soon offer 2″ widescreen HDTV plasma cellphones with integrated micro disc DVD player. Are you a businessman that presents a lot? No worries! A built in DLP projector will be available at an additional cost.
The ultimate cellphone unit will cost an estimated 10,000, but you may get a 20 discount if you choose to sign a two year contract with most service providers.